If you miss a dose of Nimesulide, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Frequently asked questions for Orange N NA Tablet

Frequently asked questions for Nimesulide

Q. Is Orange n an antibiotic?

Orange n is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.

Q. Can I take Orange n with paracetamol?

Orange n and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.

Q. Does Orange n contain aspirin?

Orange n is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.

Q. Is Orange n safe?

Orange n is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Can I take Orange n for headache?

Orange n can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Orange n make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?

Orange n does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Orange n can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).

Q. Does Orange n contain sulphur?

No, Orange n does not contain sulphur.

Q. What does Orange n treat or used for?

Orange n is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.

Q. Can I take Orange n with ibuprofen?

Orange n can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.<br>

Q. Can I take Orange n with aspirin?

Orange n can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Is Orange n safe?

Yes, Orange n is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Orange n banned?

No, Orange n is not banned in India.

Q. Is Orange n safe during breastfeeding?

It is not known if Orange n is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Orange n are not to be used during breastfeeding.

Q. Is Orange n safe in pregnancy?

No, Orange n is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Orange n in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.

Q. Is Orange n safe in asthma?

Orange n is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.